Quote Originally Posted by Phil View Post
I can imagine that people in countries outwith Scotland will be curious about a type of clothing that they are not familiar with but to then enquire about what, if any, underwear is being worn is nothing short of impertinent rudeness. To be honest, the only question I have ever been asked is "What tartan is that?" which seems perfectly reasonable . In addition, British people are generally far too polite and reserved to ask anyone a question of such a personal and intimate nature. On the rare occasions that I have worn a kilt south of the border the only comment I can recall was the photographer at a wedding saying "All the men in skirts" to be photographed with the bride at a wedding. He was fortunate in that no drink had yet been taken or his tripod might have been forcibly inserted where the sun don't shine!
In my opinion, Americans are, at least the last couple of generations, a bit rude when it comes to things of that nature. Most of the questions that I have fielded have come from people my own age or younger (I am 43). Older people at work just sort of look or ask if I am Irish or Scot or why I am wearing it (gives me a chance to talk about Scotland....lol).